Argentina players attacked Spanish opponents after losing the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 in extra time, turning what should have been a showcase moment into a disgraceful scene at MetLife Stadium. Seconds after the final whistle confirmed Spain's victory on July 19, Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes went after Spain defender Eric García, striking him with […] The post Argentina's ugly brawl after World Cup final loss to Spain caps a tournament of poor sportsmanship appeared first on American Almanac .
Argentina players attacked Spanish opponents after losing the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 in extra time, turning what should have been a showcase moment into a disgraceful scene at MetLife Stadium. Seconds after the final whistle confirmed Spain's victory on July 19, Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes went after Spain defender Eric García, striking him with an open hand toward the throat and shoving him. When Spain substitute Gavi stepped in, Paredes pushed him to the ground. Referee Slavko Vincic showed Paredes a red card for the post-match assault, and coaches from both sides rushed onto the pitch to prevent the situation from escalating further. The Sun reported that Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni was photographed in a separate…Open
President Trump confirmed he called FIFA to get Team USA star Folarin Balogun’s red card revoked. While Belgium attempted to block his return, Balogun was allowed to compete in the Round of 16. This episode originally aired July 6, 2026. #trump #worldcup #vargasreports Anchor Elizabeth Vargas delivers the biggest stories, without bias or opinion. Watch "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" every weeknight at 7p/6C on NewsNation. #VargasReports NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
U.S. star Folarin Balogun will play Monday night in the round of 16 after FIFA to reversed a controversial red card handed down to him in the round of 32.
Host Blake Burman discusses the latest controversy within the World Cup after the USA's Folarin Balogun was handed a red card in their match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. FIFA suspended the punishment after President Trump said he had a call with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to look into the incident. 00:00 - Introduction 1:45 - Team USA competes against Belgium in World Cup Round of 16 5:45 - Trump rings stock exchange opening bell, Trump Accounts officially open 14:56 - Erika Kirk faces husband's alleged killer in preliminary hearing 21:47 - President Trump heads to NATO summit amid ongoing Iran talks 28:48 - Senate candidate Graham Platner pushes back against new sexual assault claims #fifa #worldcup #trump #folarinbalogun
There was nothing unusual about a call from President Trump or the reversal of Folarin Balogun’s suspension, said the president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino.
Ahead of this evening's World Cup match between the U.S. and Belgium, the drama about the eligibility of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun continues to swirl following his red card in the previous match.
